Tapex Co., Ltd.
Tapex Co., Ltd. (KRX: 055490) is trading at ₩17,210.00, about ₹1,242 at today's KRW/INR rate, as of 8 Oct 2026, 2:30 AM ET, up 3.67% today. Tapex is not currently available to trade on Paasa; this page shows its price, statistics and the Indian tax treatment for information.
Quote
Today's low
₩16,410.00
Today's high
₩17,370.00
52 week low
₩10,150.00
52 week high
₩23,300.00
055490 opened at ₩17,000.00, closed previously at ₩16,600.00, and has traded between ₩10,150.00 and ₩23,300.00 over the past 52 weeks.
About
Based in South Korea, Tapex Co., Ltd. specializes in the production and distribution of a wide array of adhesive tape solutions. Its extensive product portfolio serves diverse sectors, notably electronics, where its tapes are integral to components such as flat panel displays, semiconductors, and secondary batteries. They also find application in optic lens molding, electronic insulation, electrical fittings, flexible and printed circuit boards (FPCBs), and touch panels. Furthermore, these specialized tapes are utilized for electromagnetic interference (EMI) shielding and lead frame plating, among various other industrial uses. The company also caters to general packaging needs and supplies adhesive products for a range of consumer goods, including kitchenware, general-purpose tapes, and other household articles. Tapex's global reach extends to approximately ten international markets through exports. Previously operating under the name Seotong Chemical Co., Ltd., the firm was established in 1977 and maintains its corporate headquarters in Hwaseong-si, South Korea.
Key statistics
Avg. volume
55.32K
Market cap
₩82.09B
P/E Ratio
9.05
Price-to-sales ratio
0.53
Enterprise value
₩74.69B
Free cash flow yield
8.86%
Debt-to-equity ratio
0.12
Return on equity
1.30%
ROIC
1.36%
Beta
0.75
Dividend yield
1.16%
Last dividend
₩200.00
Financial overview
Revenue
₩141.33B
Earnings per share
₩422.81
Free cash flow
₩5.91B
Net profit margin
5.91%
Gross margin
15.41%
EBITDA
₩10.24B
Revenue growth
3.95%
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Tapex for Indian investors
Tapex is listed on the Korea Exchange. It is not currently available to trade on Paasa; the figures on this page are for information, and the tax notes below apply to Indian residents who hold it.
Taxes on Tapex for Indian residents
Trading and limits
- Trading hours
- 9:00 am – 3:30 pm KST
- LRS limit
- $250,000Per financial year, under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme.
Tax for Indian residents
- TCS on remittance
- 20%Collected by your bank on LRS remittances above ₹10 lakh in a financial year. The TCS is adjustable against your income-tax liability.Adjusting TCS against your tax
- Capital gains in India
- 12.5% or slab rateGains on shares held for more than 24 months are long-term and taxed at 12.5%. Gains on shares held for 24 months or less are short-term and taxed at your income-tax slab rate.Capital gains explained
- Dividends
- Slab rateDividends are taxed at your slab rate in India. Tapex’s current yield is 1.16%.Dividend tax explained
FAQs
Can I buy Tapex on Paasa?
Tapex (055490) has been listed on the Korea Exchange since 2017, in the Chemicals - Specialty industry. Tapex is not currently available to trade on Paasa; the figures on this page are for information. Indian residents who hold it through another broker still declare it under the rules below.
How much does one Tapex share cost in rupees?
One Tapex share is ₩17,210.00 — about ₹1,242 at a KRW/INR rate of 0.0722 on 8 Oct 2026. Both the Tapex price and the rupee rate move during the day, so the rupee cost changes with them.
What are the LRS and TCS rules for investing abroad from India?
Remit up to $250,000 per financial year under the RBI's Liberalised Remittance Scheme (LRS). Banks collect 20% tax at source on LRS remittances above ₹10 lakh in a financial year; the TCS is adjustable against your income-tax liability.
How are gains on Tapex shares taxed in India?
Gains on shares held for more than 24 months are long-term and taxed at 12.5%. Gains on shares held for 24 months or less are short-term and taxed at your income-tax slab rate. The gain is computed in rupees using the KRW/INR rate on the purchase and the sale date, so the rupee move counts alongside the Tapex price.
Does Tapex pay a dividend, and how is it taxed in India?
Yes. Tapex pays a dividend and the current yield is 1.16%; the last declared dividend was ₩200.00 per share, about ₹14.43. Dividends are taxed at your slab rate in India.
When does KRX trade, in Indian time?
The Korea Exchange trades 5:30 am – 12:00 pm IST in Indian time.
Do I have to declare Tapex shares in my Indian tax return?
Yes. Foreign shares held on 31 March must be reported in Schedule FA of your Indian income-tax return. The holding is reported with its cost and its closing value.
Does the rupee rate affect what I make on Tapex?
Yes. Tapex is priced in KRW, so your rupee outcome combines the KRW move with the KRW/INR move between the day you remit and the day you convert back.